Senior AML Analyst

Who we are:

We are a leader in fraud prevention and AML compliance. Our platform uses device intelligence, behavior biometrics, machine learning, and AI to stop fraud before it happens. Today, over 300 banks, retailers, and fintechs worldwide use Sardine to stop identity fraud, payment fraud, account takeovers, and social engineering scams. We have raised $75M from world-class investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Visa, Experian, FIS, and Google Ventures.

Our culture:

• We have hubs in the Bay Area, NYC, Austin, and Toronto. However, we have a remote-first work culture. #WorkFromAnywhere

• We hire talented, self-motivated people and get out of their way

• We value performance and not hours worked. We believe you shouldn't have to miss your family dinner, your kid's school play, or doctor's appointments for the sake of adhering to an arbitrary work schedule.

Location:

• US (From Home / Beach / Mountain / Cafe / Anywhere!)

• We are a remote-first company with a globally distributed team. So you can find your productive zone and work from there

About the Role:

Sardine is seeking a world-class Senior AML Analyst to join our team of compliance professionals. The ideal candidate will drive AML investigations, shape long-term compliance strategies, collaborate cross-functionally within Sardine, and represent our compliance functions with external stakeholders. At Sardine, we lead with our best-in-class fraud and compliance platform while also operating a crypto on- and off-ramp, as well as an NFT checkout solution. As our Senior AML Analyst, you'll focus primarily on our payments business, playing a crucial role in risk mitigation and investigations for our crypto on- and off-ramp. You'll also have the opportunity to collaborate closely with our product and engineering teams to create innovative fraud and compliance products. Additionally, you'll support our sales team by providing subject matter expertise on compliance and financial crimes, ensuring tailored solutions for our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Operations/Investigations:

  • Act as the primary contact for AML escalations, investigations, and overall support.

  • Conduct thorough investigations into suspicious activities related to cryptocurrency and fiat transactions, such as fraud, scams, money laundering, and other complex financial crimes.

  • Perform sanctions, Politically Exposed Persons (PEP), and adverse media reviews on flagged users.

  • Conduct comprehensive Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk users, and existing or potential business partners, utilizing various databases and resources to assess their risk profiles and implement necessary controls.

  • Conduct in-depth analysis of industry trends, attack vectors, emerging typologies within the digital assets ecosystem, and regulatory …